Children’s Additional Needs Network
About the event This webinar will be grounded in clinical neuropsychological stories that focus on the key themes of emerging adulthood in neurorehabilitation. Ongoing adjustment, and processes towards greater autonomy, independence and development will be explored within the context of the concept of transition in neurorehabilitation. Dr Katie Byard is a Consultant Clinical Psychologist, registered with the HCPC and chartered with the British Psychological Society. Katie has highly specialised experience in the delivery of neuropsychological rehabilitation following childhood brain injury to young people and their families. She is a passionate advocate of the need to hold a developmental and systemic […]
Barnsley Doncaster Rotherham Sheffield
Sign up to our ‘Staying safe’ workshop to learn how to manage your child’s iPad, so they can learn and play safely. In the workshop, we can cover: Creating passcodes Setting up time limits on apps Adding restrictions to websites or other content A brief overview of child friendly apps like YouTube Kids The workshops are held online via Zoom with a staff member from the Family Fund team. To make sure you can use your iPad during the workshop, you will need to join the Zoom call on another device, such as a smartphone. Click here to sign up for […]
Sign up to our ‘Making movies’ workshop and learn how to make your own movie! During the workshop, we will use the app ‘iMovie’. iMovie is a free app that you can download from the app store. In the workshop, we can cover: Creating a new Movie Project Adding photos and video from the photo library Editing clip length and choosing transitions Adding titles Creating voice overs Working with green screens Adding music Sharing the final film We welcome children to join in with our ‘Get creative: Making movies’ workshops. The workshops are held online via Zoom with a staff […]
Sign up for our ‘Create and send a Valentine’s e-card’ workshop where we’ll learn how to make a fun, personalised greeting card for someone special to celebrate the season! Use the free Keynote app to create a personalised greeting card Learn how to use voice recording to make the message extra special Children are welcome to attend. This workshop is held online via Zoom with a staff member from the Family Fund team. Sign up for the workshop by completing our online registration form. You can email the team at digitalskills@familyfund.org.uk or call us on 01904 550066 for more information. Location: Online
Sign up to our ‘Making a social story’ workshop. Social stories can help children with ASC and other additional needs to develop greater social understanding and help them stay safe. In the workshop, we can cover: Using the free ‘clips’ app to create a social story Other additional apps that you might find helpful The workshops are held online via Zoom with a staff member from the Family Fund team. To make sure you can use your iPad during the workshop, you will need to join the Zoom call on another device, such as a smartphone. You can email the […]
Sign up to our ‘Make it work for you’ workshop to learn how to make your iPad work for your child’s support needs. In the workshop, we can cover: How to make text larger, so it is easier to read How to set up Siri so your iPad will talk to you How to set up other spoken content features, like dictation (so your iPad will write for you) Q&A with our experienced trainer The workshops are held online via Zoom with a staff member from the Family Fund team. To make sure you can use your iPad during the […]
Sign up to our ‘Making music’ workshop and learn how to make your own song! During the workshop, we will use the app ‘Garageband’. Garageband is a free app that you can download from the app store. In the workshop, we can cover: Creating a new blank song project Working with live loops to create a piece of music Auditioning and selecting Apple Loops Arranging Apple loops on the grid Performing the composition by triggering loops Adding audio from the microphone Exploring effects and mixing Sharing the finished song We welcome children to join in with our ‘Get creative: Making […]
Sign up to our ‘Getting started’ workshop to learn more about the basic settings on your iPad. In the workshop, we can cover: An overview of the most useful iPad apps A walk through of the settings Setting up iPad shortcuts Accessing the Apple Store Question and answer with our experienced trainer The workshops are held online via Zoom with a staff member from the Family Fund team. To make sure you can use your iPad during the workshop, you will need to join the Zoom call on another device, such as a smartphone. Click here to sign up for the […]
Communication Matters is pleased to announce the opportunity to meet in person suppliers of AAC products and related services. Book here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/communication-matters-exhibition-day-tickets-217953614127 About this event The world of AAC is constantly changing – new software and technology, new strategies, new evidence about use of AAC, and new social and political developments. The day will be open to; – AAC users, parents, carers and professionals – Professionals specialising in AAC who want to update their knowledge on fast-changing technology and contribute to their Continuing Professional Development – People who work with children or adults with severe speech, language or communication difficulties […]
The workshop is for young people who have a visible difference from a mark, scar or condition anywhere on their face or body and as part of the workshop, we’ll be looking at how to handle staring, teasing and bullying and ways to get the most out of school life. We’ll also be exploring tips and techniques on increasing self-esteem and the importance of self-care and we’re also really pleased to have two of our Changing Faces’ young champions at the workshop who will be sharing their lived experiences of looking different. Parents can sign up their child by either […]
A registered charity run by and for families of children and young people (aged 0-25) who have Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND). We work in partnership with service commissioners and providers, sharing knowledge and experience of families to help plan and develop the quality, range and accessibility of provision, creating better outcomes for families through participation and co-production.
131 Green Lane, Rawmarsh, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, S62 6JY
Supporting adults and children with learning disabilities and/or autism and their families. We deliver day services, evening and weekend provision to adults and Kids services Thursday and Friday evenings and all day Saturday. We also run a health service supporting adults to attend Annual Health Checks in their GP practices.In addition we also consult with our members and support other organisations to engage and consult with members and their families on wider Sheffield service provision.
Norfolk Lodge, Park Grange Rd, Sheffield S2 3QF
Caudwell Children is a registered charity that provides emotional and practical support to disabled children and their families. Our Services Include: Autism Service – ASD Assessments, OT Sensory Pathway Assessments, Workshops for parents and children aged 4 -11 years. Family Support – Families with support, signposting and information at the point of diagnosis or during treatment. Equipment – Funding towards Mobility, sensory and specialist sports equipment. Treatment – Funding towards vital treatments that can dramatically change or save a child’s life. Therapy – Access to therapy programmes for children with cerebral palsy, brain injuries and other associated conditions Supported Breaks – Teaching practical life skills through activity programmes, family trips and accredited courses. Caudwell International Children’s Centre (CICC).
CICC, Caudwell Children. Innovation Way, Keele Science & Innovation Park, Newcastle Under Lyme ST5 5NT
Grimm & Co is a registered charity and our core purpose is to change lives one story at a time, using creative writing as a vehicle to help families build sociocultural literacies. We support under-resourced children and young people aged 0 to 18 with their confidence and skills around self-expression, creativity and writing.
Unit 20/21, The Old Town Hall, Rotherham S60 1QX
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